Program Details
2025-09-16 14:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2025-09-16 14:00:00
1h CLE Credits
Intermediate
1
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm ESTThis session covers the historical background, purpose, and civil nature of the False Claims Act, including its origins as the ‘Lincoln Law’ and the significant 1986 amendments. Participants will learn about whistleblower incentives, the essential elements of an FCA claim, and the typical lifecycle of a case from sealed complaint through resolution.
Erica H. MacDonald
Carolyn Fitzhugh McNiven
Jessica Natali 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm ESTThis session examines common FCA violations including upcoding, kickbacks, and false certifications, along with the significant penalties defendants face including treble damages and exclusion. Participants will explore critical legal developments including post-Chevron agency deference, scienter standards after Super Value, circuit splits on causation, and the appointments clause challenge heading to the Supreme Court.
Erica H. MacDonaldCarolyn Fitzhugh McNivenJessica Natali 2:30 pm - 2:45 pm ESTThis session analyzes where enforcement has been focused—healthcare, defense contracting, COVID fraud, and cybersecurity—and where it is heading under the current administration. Key emerging areas include trade fraud and customs enforcement, pharmacy benefit managers, DEI compliance certifications, and the government’s cross-agency task force initiatives to combat fraud.
Erica H. MacDonaldCarolyn Fitzhugh McNivenJessica Natali 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm ESTThis session provides an opportunity for participants to engage directly with the presenters on topics covered throughout the program. Attendees can seek clarification on complex legal issues, discuss practical compliance strategies, and explore how enforcement trends may impact their specific practice areas.
Erica H. MacDonaldCarolyn Fitzhugh McNivenJessica NataliErica MacDonald is a Chambers-ranked litigator and partner in the business litigation group who co-chairs the white collar defense and investigations team. She specializes in high-risk, sensitive matters with over 26 years of investigative and litigation experience.
Carolyn McNiven is a partner who handles challenging government enforcement problems with a focus on health care enforcement defense. She represents clients in criminal and civil matters, including sensitive internal investigations and government enforcement actions.
Jessica Natali is a white collar defense attorney and former Assistant U.S. Attorney with deep experience prosecuting and defending criminal cases, particularly in health care, securities, and financial services industries.
Erica MacDonald is a Chambers-ranked litigator and partner in the business litigation group who co-chairs the white collar defense and investigations team. She specializes in high-risk, sensitive matters with over 26 years of investigative and litigation experience.
Carolyn McNiven is a partner who handles challenging government enforcement problems with a focus on health care enforcement defense. She represents clients in criminal and civil matters, including sensitive internal investigations and government enforcement actions.
Jessica Natali is a white collar defense attorney and former Assistant U.S. Attorney with deep experience prosecuting and defending criminal cases, particularly in health care, securities, and financial services industries.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
Formats
